
Australia Visa Checklist
General Requirements (All Categories)
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Valid passport (must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the travel date)
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Recent passport-size photograph (as per Australian photo specs)
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Completed and signed visa application form (online via ImmiAccount)
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Proof of legal status in the USA (e.g., valid US visa, Green Card, I-797)
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Service fee: $325 per application
1. Tourist Visa (Subclass 600) – Visitor Stream
Required Documents
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Passport biodata page
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US visa or Green Card copy
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Travel itinerary
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Hotel bookings (if applicable)
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Proof of funds (bank statements for the last 3-6 months, payslips, Form 16)
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Cover letter explaining purpose of visit
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Employment proof or leave letter (if employed)
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Invitation letter (if visiting family/friends)
Fee
Estimated Processing Time
20–30 calendar days
2. Business Visa (Subclass 600 – Business Visitor Stream)
Required Documents
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All documents listed under Tourist Visa
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Business invitation letter from Australian company
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Conference registration (if attending one)
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Letter from employer stating reason for visit and financial guarantee
Fees
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Embassy fee: AUD 190 (~USD 130)
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Service fee: $325
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Total: ~$455
Estimated Processing Time
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10–20 business days
3. Student Visa (Subclass 500)
Required Documents
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Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from Australian institution
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Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement
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Proof of funds (living cost + tuition)
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English language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE)
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OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover) policy
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Academic transcripts
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Passport and US visa copy
Fees
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Embassy fee: AUD 710 (~USD 485)
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Service fee: $325
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Total: ~$810
Estimated Processing Time
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30–45 calendar days
4. Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482 – Employer Sponsored)
Required Documents
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Job offer from Australian employer
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Proof of qualifications and experience
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Skills assessment (if applicable)
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Sponsorship documents from employer
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English proficiency evidence
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Health and character documents
Fees
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Embassy fee: AUD 1,455 (~USD 995)
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Service fee: $325
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Total: ~$1,320
Estimated Processing Time
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35–60 business days
5. Partner Visa (Subclasses 820/801 or 309/100)
Required Documents
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Evidence of relationship (marriage certificate, photos, joint accounts)
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Identity documents of both partners
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Sponsor details
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Form 888 (statutory declarations from friends/family)
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Proof of shared residence
Fees
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Embassy fee: AUD 8,850 (~USD 6,050)
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Service fee: $325
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Total: ~$6,375
Estimated Processing Time
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Partner (Temporary) 309: 10–16 months
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Partner (Permanent) 100: 16–24 months after 309
Notes
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All fees are approximate based on exchange rate AUD 1 = USD 0.68. May vary with exchange fluctuations.
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Biometrics may be required depending on location.